Able Quote by Harry Emerson Fosdick
“Nothing else matters much...not wealth, nor learning, nor even health...without this gift: the spiritual capacity to keep zest in living. This is the creed of creeds, the final deposit and distillation of all important faiths: that you should be able to believe in life.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: “The Spiritual Capacity” (1930s)
True fulfillment comes from a spiritual zest for life, beyond material gains.
In simple terms: Spiritual zest gives life meaning beyond wealth.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate spiritual enthusiasm daily.
Themes
spirituality
purpose
zest
faith
Mood
hopeful
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- daily routine
- health challenges
- career burnout
Key Concepts
meaning
inner fulfillment
creed
Questions to Reflect On
- What practices nurture spiritual zest?
- How to balance material and spiritual goals?
A Different Perspective
Spiritual focus may neglect practical needs.
